Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Spinach Garlic Meatballs Mozzarella. Each meatball is a tender blend of lean ground beef, vibrant spinach, and aromatic garlic, all embraced by gooey melted mozzarella. Perfect for family dinners or social gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and promises satisfaction with every bite. Serve them with pasta, in subs, or as party appetizers for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, chopped spinach, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form equal-sized meatballs (about the size of golf balls) and create an indentation in each. Fill with shredded mozzarella before sealing.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce or as appetizers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (60g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg